Talk 1-on-1 with a Peer Specialist About LGBTQ+

I’m a 39 year old who works in a 3.5 setting I also have worked in the medical field for 19 years My story is rooted in helping others. After working in healthcare for many years and witnessing how addiction, mental health challenges, and incarceration can affect families, I chose to turn those experiences into purpose. I became a certified peer support professional so I could help others feel heard, supported, and reminded that they are not alone.

CPS-MH ready to help with my lived experiences

Mental Health Peer Specialist

I help you get honest with yourself and unstuck

Hello, I go by Chives. I’m a trans man, nonbinary, and queer person who brings both personal and professional lived experience to peer mentoring. I’m married to my wonderful partner, who is disabled, and I’m disabled myself, giving me a deep understanding of navigating disability, relationships, identity, and life’s challenges. I’ve also worked in an IRTP, supporting young people through difficult periods in their lives. I’m passionate about learning, creativity, and art, and I love finding new things to explore and ways to express myself. Above all, I believe in meeting people where they are, listening without judgment, and helping others recognize their own strengths and possibilities.

Neurodivergent-affirming care grounded with lived experience

Lived-experience peer support for trauma, grief, and healing

Hi! I'm Ash! I'm a peer recovery specialist that has lived experience with a variety of mental health challenges and substance use. I'm an artist in my spare time and also part of the LGBTQ community (transgender and queer).